Royal Thai Embassy, London

Consular Field Notes

Consular insights compiled from recent applicant filings and verified requirements.

• · The DTV application process at the Thai Embassy in London is perceived as difficult.
• · An unemployed applicant was approved via the London embassy after demonstrating substantially more than the required funds.
• · It is normal for the London embassy to request additional documents; applicants should simply provide what is asked.
• · The London embassy is reported to have a slow and painful DTV process, often imposing requirements not found in legal texts.
• · London embassy accepted an application for a parent and dependent child with 1 million baht equivalent in the main applicant's account.
• · Phuket immigration office processes DTV passport transfers for 500 baht, with same-day collection if submitted early.
• · The Thai Embassy in London may require applicants to provide an actual flight ticket, not just an intended flight number.
• · The London Embassy reportedly does not accept sponsorship letters for DTV applications.
• · Fukuoka consulate approved a DTV application in 3 days, suggesting a quick processing time there.
• · For DTV applications processed through the UK, the required funds only need to be in the applicant's account for 10 days.